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A course for the creative curious!

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    Episode 2132 | Beauty: How Do We See It?

    In this episode, we discuss beauty and its meaning, focusing on how we interpreted, perceived, and experienced it. Using Lake George as our case study, we discuss how Nathaniel Willis helped frame the landscape as an object of beauty rather than just a physical place. We also share our own perspectives on beauty and consider how ideas of beauty are formed through personal values, beliefs, and experiences. The discussion encourages listeners to truly reflect on their own understanding of beauty.

    25 min

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    Episode 2151 | Innocence on Trial at Sea

    In this episode, we explore the tense moral conflict aboard a British warship where duty, law, and personal conscience collide. Our discussion focuses on the story of a young sailor whose natural goodness becomes entangled in a rigid system of authority. We examine how fear, suspicion, and strict discipline shape the decisions of those in command. The episode highlights the deeper questions of justice and whether following the law always leads to what is right. Join us as we unpack how this powerful sea bound story continues to challenge ideas about fairness and humanity.

    20 min

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    Episode 2138 | DEEP EXPOLORATION: THE ART OF THE GROTESQUE GREEK DEITY

    In this episode we explore some of the significance in the artwork "Saturn Devouring His Son. We explore the man behind the painting, his mental state and the time that this painting was made. We dig deep in the myths and mythos that the artwork borrows from, and finally we discuss what we think about the artwork and the "beauty" it brings. Come forth and indulge us a little on are thoughts and perspectives on this magnificent piece of artwork that spans eras.

    32 min

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    Episode 2146 | Can Art Really Help When You're Burnt Out?

    Many students experience burnout without knowing how to fix it. In this episode, we discuss whether art can help improve emotional well-being.

    12 min

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    Episode 2139 | Should we eat our young? Probably not.

    The life of Francisco Goya and the black paintings

    29 min

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    Episode 2135 | Medusa: The Raft of Artistry and Tragedy

    In this episode, Medusa: The Raft of Artistry and Tragedy, we dive into the powerful story behind Théodore Géricault’s controversial masterpiece, The Raft of the Medusa. Does The Raft of the Medusa invoke beauty of these true events, or does it reveal a romanticized idealization of something truly tragic? Find out as we explore Théodore Géricault’s controversial masterpiece on Exploring Art Podcast.

    20 min

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    Episode 2154 | Picturesquing Beauty

    This episode, we talked about Nathanial Willis and his experience with Lake George. We went into depth speaking about beauty and how people interpret it. We dived into subjects such as objective vs. subjective and much more. We talked about how cultural differences and experiences impact our perception of beauty. We learned tons of new insight and how beauty is more complex than what we believed it to be.

    25 min

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    Episode 2134 | A Mix of Beauty and Horror: The Raft of the Medusa

    In this episode, we delve into the line between beauty and horror. We talk about whether a drastic and horrifying event can be believed to be beautiful. Discussing the in between of morality and immorality. Join us to discover whether beauty can be horror or if horror can be beauty.

    22 min
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A course for the creative curious!

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  • Creator
    ExploringArt
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.1K
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